Comparison

Kiwi OBD vs OBDGO PRO

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Kiwi OBD

This app transforms your smartphone into a comprehensive automotive diagnostic and performance tool. Monitor real-time vehicle data, diagnose check engine lights, and analyze driving efficiency. It also offers video overlay for performance tracking and data logging.

Highlights
  • Multi-parameter customizable dashboard
  • Fuel efficiency monitoring with DriveGreen™
  • Check engine light diagnostics and code clearing
  • Real-time data logging with video overlay
  • Performance metrics (0-60 times, horsepower, torque)
  • Award-winning hardware interface compatibility
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-Overview Kiwi OBD is a professional dashboard, trip computer, OBD II scan tool, performance meter, driving efficiency monitor and more for your car. Designed in Silicon Valley, California, coupled with the SEMA award winning Kiwi OBD hardware interface by PLX Devices, this Kiwi OBD is 6 Apps in 1 making it the ultimate automotive tool kit. -MultiGauge™ Display up to 125 parameters in 6 preset modes (dashboard, engine, efficiency, trip, gear, and custom). This professional customizable dash was designed to outperform even the most expensive cars. -Fuel Efficiency with DriveGreen™ Drive smarter. Studies performed by fueleconomy.gov show that 33% of fuel is wasted simply by inefficient driving habits. Our proprietary award winning Kiwi Drive Green driving behavior algorithms provide optimal fuel efficiency feedback for any vehicle or driving conditions. Kiwi Drive Green receives sensor inputs, 'learns' your driving styles, and computes it into a 'Kiwi Score.' As you drive, the app conveniently displays your score alongside other fuel efficiency parameters. -Diagnostics Diagnose your check engine light without the hassle of visiting your dealer or mechanic. View the specific Error Codes, Pending Codes, Permanent Codes, Freeze Frame, Readiness Monitors as well as a simple description of the problem, from the convenience of your home. Once the problem has been addressed simply press reset to clear the code. -Data Logging and Video Overlay Capture live video with real-time data overlay. A great tool for driving trips, fleet vehicles, auto cross, and track days, Video Overlay mode simultaneously captures video and sensor readings to provide you with professional video feedback of your drive with superimposed real-time sensor data. Analyze vehicle performance. Select from up to 125 sensors to record, pause, stop, playback and export your data. -Performance (Coming soon) Measure your vehicle's true performance without spending $1000s on dynamometer testing, track testing, or drag strip runs. Kiwi measures real-time horsepower and torque and other metrics such as 0-60 times, 1/8 mile, 1/4 mile times, skidpad, inclinometer and more. -Kiwi Hardware Compatibility Kiwi 4 is more than a versatile OBD scan tool. Includes all the features and app compatibility of the Kiwi 3 with the following game changing new features. • 8 times faster than closest competitor with Kiwi OBD App • Integrated Micro SD card for data logging • Integrated speaker with audible warning/alerts • Built-in competition grade accelerometer • Selectable smartphone and self-run mode Kiwi 3 is a feature packed car to smartphone interface. Up to 4 times faster than the nearest competitor, Kiwi 3 uses ultra low power, installs in seconds, and can be left permanently installed in your vehicle. Kiwi 3 is compatible with all standard OBDII protocols and is able to update firmware via Bluetooth. When inserted into your OBDII port, Kiwi 3 sits just 0.68 inches thin making it the smallest, most discrete OBDII adapter. -Available Parameters *Not all OBDII compliant vehicles support all of the following parameters --Engine: Vehicle,Engine Speed Coolant Temperature Short,Long Term Fuel Trims Fuel Pressure,Level MAF,MAP Timing Advance Intake,Ambient Air Temperature Throttle Position Oxygen Sensor Voltages Barometric Pressure Catalytic Converter Temperature ECU Voltage Gear --Fuel Efficiency: MPG, km/l, L-100km 0-5 Min, 0-30 Min, 0-2 Hours Fuel Flow CO2 Emissions Kiwi Score, Smoothness, Drag, Accel, Decel --Trip: MPG, km/l, L-100km $ Used,Saved Trip Distance Traveled Fuel Used,Remaining Fuel Flow Average/Max Vehicle,Engine Speed Average,Maximum Engine Power,Torque Maximum CO2 Emission Rate Average,Maximum Kiwi Score Average --Emissions: Clear,Reset Engine Trouble Code Scan Trouble Codes with Fault Descriptions

About

OBDGO PRO

Unlock hidden vehicle features and perform OBD-II diagnostics with this app. It allows you to activate functionalities like wireless CarPlay, disable start-stop systems, and scan/clear trouble codes. Generate detailed diagnostic reports to understand and repair your car.

Highlights
  • Unlock hidden vehicle features
  • OBD-II code scanning and clearing
  • Generate and share diagnosis reports
  • Activate wireless CarPlay
  • Disable start-stop systems
  • View freeze frame data
  • Interactive data stream graphing
Features
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OBDGO PRO besides basic OBD-II diagnosis, vehicle hidden features unlock is available. Let everyone enjoy the fun of modding! 1. Unlock Hidden Features Support Models: Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, Ford, Audi, Volkswagen, more available vehicle and year models please check in app. Popular features such as: - Activate Wireless CarPlay - Disable Start Stop - Enable Engine Performance Menu - Change Turn Signal Blicks Times - Change Head Unit Start Animation - Activate G-Force Display More features are waiting for you to explore! 2. OBD-II Diagnosis Vehicle coverage: GM, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota, Nissan, Mazda, Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Hyundai/Kia, BMW/Mini, Honda/Acura, Volkswagen/Audi, Subaru, Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac, Lincoln, Dodge, Jeep, Smart, Skoda, Porsche, FIAT, Renault, Peugeot, Citroen, Landrover, Jaguar, Lexus, Infiniti, Suzuki, Ssangyong. Features such as: - Scan trouble codes - Clear trouble codes - Generate, print, and share Diagnosis Reports - Mode 6 (On-Board Monitoring Test Results) - Smog Readiness Check - Freeze Frame Data - Multiple data streams interactive graphing and logging - Wireless bluetooth connection with vehicle - Metric and Imperial settings 3. Diagnosis Report Diagnosis report is specific to your vehicle's year, make and model. Providing a cryptic code definition by giving you validated fixes for your trouble codes. Save time by using OBDGO PRO to know your vehicle how to repair in advance. OBDGO PRO is a professional scan tool and the APP is free to install, but it does require the purchase of sensor to communicate with your vehicle. Sensor simply connects to your data port located inside your car near the steering wheel. Every car made since 1996 is global compatible can be used anywhere in the world.

Screenshots

Kiwi OBD4 screens
OBDGO PRO4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: OBDGO PRO at 69% against Kiwi OBD's 13%. OBDGO PRO also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.3) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). Kiwi OBD's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Kiwi OBD sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. OBDGO PRO asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

OBDGO PRO holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 38 and 31 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Kiwi OBD's written reviews are positive against 69% of OBDGO PRO's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Kiwi OBD ships an update fortnightly, OBDGO PRO every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Kiwi OBD versus OBDGO PRO: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKiwi OBDOBDGO PRO
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.3 (38 ratings)4.5 (31 ratings) — better
Positive reviews13.2% of reviews69.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings38 — better31
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB137 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperPLX Devices, INC.OBD GO TECH CO LTD

Customer experience

Kiwi OBD

All ratings37 ratings
Positive8.1%
Neutral0.0%
Negative91.9%
Written reviews76 reviews
Positive13.2%
Neutral1.3%
Negative85.5%

OBDGO PRO

All ratings25 ratings
Positive88.0%
Neutral4.0%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative30.8%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Kiwi OBD

One-time3
  • Video Overlay License$4.99
  • Kiwi OBD Data Logging License$4.99
  • Kiwi OBD Basic License$9.99
None

OBDGO PRO

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Kiwi OBD free?
Kiwi OBD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OBDGO PRO free?
OBDGO PRO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Kiwi OBD or OBDGO PRO?
OBDGO PRO is rated higher. Kiwi OBD averages 1.3 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while OBDGO PRO averages 4.5 from 31 ratings.
Do Kiwi OBD or OBDGO PRO have ads?
Neither Kiwi OBD nor OBDGO PRO shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Kiwi OBD or OBDGO PRO?
Kiwi OBD ships an update fortnightly, and OBDGO PRO every 2 months. Most recently, Kiwi OBD was updated on October 24, 2026 and OBDGO PRO on October 24, 2026.

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